Started a new job this week after 5 years of working from home (both for a different company and then as an independent contractor). Got this new job as it gives my family options, like a more consistent income.
HOWEVER – I’m already regretting it.
Their ‘mUsT wOrK iN tHe’ office mentality is so outdated. Their reasoning is, quote, ‘because we can’t track worker productivity when people WFH’ is pure bs.
The office conditions by the way are horrendous. I’m talking no windows, no natural light, no air, fluorescent lights, and threadbare carpets.
My job is creative – how do workers feel inspired in an office like this???
I’m salaried management, yet I’m tracked for every minute. I use a finger print to sign in and out, but this also includes my lunch break, and any time I go offsite for meetings??!
I feel like a child being monitored. Untrusted. It’s wild.
Am I being entitled?? Please tell me if so.